Respondus Monitor
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What is Respondus Monitor
Respondus Monitor is an online proctoring tool used to supervise remote exams by recording students via webcam and applying automated review flags for potential integrity issues. It is commonly used by higher education institutions and training programs that deliver assessments through learning management systems. The product is typically deployed alongside Respondus LockDown Browser to restrict access to other applications and websites during an exam. It supports instructor review workflows rather than relying exclusively on live human proctors.
Tight LMS assessment workflows
Respondus Monitor is designed to be used within common LMS-based testing workflows, reducing the need for separate exam delivery portals. Instructors can enable proctoring for specific quizzes/exams and review session results in a course context. This approach can simplify adoption for institutions already standardizing on LMS-delivered assessments. It also supports centralized administration models typical in higher education.
Automated session flagging
The system records exam sessions and applies automated indicators (flags) to help instructors prioritize review. This can reduce the time required to manually watch full-length recordings for every student. It fits use cases where post-exam review is acceptable and where staffing live proctors is impractical. The workflow is oriented toward evidence collection and instructor adjudication.
Works with LockDown Browser
When paired with Respondus LockDown Browser, the solution combines webcam monitoring with device-level restrictions during the exam session. This pairing addresses both environment monitoring (camera) and on-device behaviors (switching apps, browsing). Institutions can standardize on a single vendor for both components rather than integrating separate tools. The combined setup is commonly used for high-stakes quizzes and midterms delivered remotely.
Privacy and policy sensitivity
Webcam recording and automated analysis can raise privacy, accessibility, and student consent concerns, particularly in regulated or unionized environments. Institutions often need clear policies for data retention, accommodations, and acceptable testing locations. These governance requirements can slow rollout and increase administrative overhead. Some programs may restrict use for certain learner populations or assessment types.
False positives require review
Automated flags typically require human interpretation, and benign behaviors (looking away, lighting changes, background noise) can trigger alerts. This can create additional instructor workload during peak exam periods, especially in large-enrollment courses. Programs must define consistent review standards to avoid uneven enforcement. The tool supports review, but it does not eliminate the need for adjudication processes.
Device and environment constraints
Remote proctoring depends on adequate hardware (webcam/microphone), stable internet, and compatible operating system configurations. Students with older devices, limited bandwidth, or restrictive corporate/managed endpoints may experience setup friction. Support teams may need to handle troubleshooting related to permissions, security software, and network restrictions. These constraints can affect exam-day reliability and accommodation planning.
Plan & Pricing
| Plan | Price | Key features & notes |
|---|---|---|
| Initial term (first year, institutional) | $4,950 (flat-rate, prorated based on license start date) | One flat annual fee regardless of institution size for the first licensing term; no per-exam fees; LockDown Browser required. |
| Tiered (institutional, subsequent terms) | Base tier (1000 seats): $5,950; Additional 1000-seat increments: $1,950 each | Seats defined as one student per course; no limit on exams per course; pricing applies to subsequent terms; LockDown Browser required. |
| Unlimited (institutional, subsequent terms) | Custom pricing (quote required) | Unlimited usage across campus; pricing is based on type and size of institution; contact Respondus for a quote. |
| Student Purchase (individual students) | $15 for 12 months | Student subscription valid for 12 months and usable for all courses at the institution in the same learning system; payment prompted the first time a Monitor-required exam is taken. |
| Free Pilot / Free seats | Free 2-month pilot (institutions); 200 free Monitor seats annually when institution licenses LockDown Browser | Pilot allows institutions to try Respondus Monitor with real courses; the 200-seat allocation is included each year with a LockDown Browser license. |
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Respondus, Inc.
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